Characteristics of Leadership: Ego
Throughout 2026, this series on effective leadership will interview knowledgeable Alaskans and share their methods of aligning values with ethical conduct. This month’s topic: the pitfalls of out-of-control ego.
Tag: Professional Development
Training Creates Potential; Practice Builds Value
Training alone is insufficient; without a system of skill development, learning lingers as unrealized potential. Brian Walch shows how managers can turn learning into lasting results.
Career Stages
A career is an ongoing relationship, not just a job or position. Brian Walch shows how professional roles evolve through four stages.
Strategic Onboarding
Onboarding must be designed to create momentum and instill confidence. Brian Walch shows how to help new hires contribute in meaningful ways as quickly as possible.
Five Shifts to Drive Teams Forward
Managers who hold onto habits too long will miss the moment to act. Brian Walch guides readers through a mindset shift.
Blasting Impact: Effective Email for Public Outreach
Email is a fact of life and a routine in business, but what are the pitfalls and best practices of mailing a marketing message? Learn how to optimize an email blast.
Building a Relationship Network for Uncertain Times
Many professionals overlook the support and resilience that a well-built relationship network can provide. Brian Walch has tips for tending connections.
The Focused Manager: Feedback to Give Back
Employees who receive regular, meaningful feedback are more engaged, so managers should become comfortable providing clear, actionable, and timely updates on individual performance.
Mentorship: The Shoulders of Giants
Guest author Lincoln Garrick shares insights on mentorship in Alaska: how-to, best practices, what to avoid, and resources.
Three Steps for a Better Business
Individual resilience opens the door for team resilience, which opens the door for organizational resilience. Workplace coach Woodrie Burich explains how to improve each type.